Explore San Diego and see why it's called America's Finest City.
Book flights from Des Moines to San Diego with Southwest Airlines®. It’s easy to find the Des Moines International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight to make your booking and travel a breeze. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, solo or with the whole family, you’ll enjoy flying Southwest®. Have flexible travel dates? Plug them into the Low Fare Calendar and see the lowest fares available within your travel window. You may also want to browse Southwest Vacations® to see special offers and package deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more.
Explore your options and book your Des Moines to San Diego flight with Southwest today!
Des Moines, IA to San Diego, CA
*Restrictions and exclusions apply. Seats and dates are limited. Select markets. 25 travel days available.
| Departing from | Des Moines International Airport (DSM) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | San Diego International Airport (SAN) |
| Distance | 1428 miles |
| 20† | Weekly flights |
|---|
Other popular flights from Des Moines:
View our interactive map†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 3/1/2023 and 3/31/2023. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
One child over 14 days and under two (2) years of age, not occupying a seat, may be carried free of charge when traveling with an adult (12 years of age or older). Learn more.
Customers flying with a pet are subject to a pet fare. To learn more about traveling with your furry friend, explore the Southwest® pet policy.
Minors under the age of 18 are not permitted to fly unaccompanied on international flights or any itinerary that includes an international flight. Learn more.
Arrive 3 miles northwest of downtown San Diego to begin your Southern California adventure.
At Southwest, we know it takes more than great deals on San Diego airfares and convenient scheduling options to make your trip memorable. So from booking to boarding, we offer services and features designed to make your travel from Des Moines to San Diego the best it can be. Learn more about the Southwest® travel experience before you book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Flying with Southwest is simple and fun, no matter which of our dozens of exciting destinations you choose. When you search for your next flight to San Diego, know that you won’t be surprised at checkout. Low fares and no hidden fees. That's Transfarency®. And as always, two bags fly free®1. Want the latest news, information, and promotional offers from Southwest? Sign up to receive email from us. Book your flight today and know that you'll earn Rapid Rewards® points when you fly.
1First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
2Fare difference may apply.
3Failure to cancel a reservation at least 10 minutes prior to departure may result in forfeited Travel Funds.
4Flight credits unexpired on or created on or after July 28, 2022, do not expire and will show an expiration date until our systems are updated. See full details here.
5Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled aircraft. Limited-time offer.
6Due to licensing restrictions, on WiFi-enabled international flights, free live TV and iHeartRadio may not be available for the full duration of flight.
7Internet access for $8 per device from takeoff to landing. Price is subject to change. May not be available for the full duration of flight. In order to provide a top-notch Internet experience, we prohibit access to certain high-bandwidth applications and websites. We also prohibit access to certain obscene or offensive content.
Discussion Forum and StoriesMobile Apps
